Adages Quote by Julianna Baggott
“I believe that one of the most damning things about our culture is the adage to never talk religion and politics. Because we don't model this discourse at the dinner table and at Thanksgiving, we don't know how to do it well and we're not teaching our children about the world and about how to discuss it.”
About This Quote
Source Article: The Atlantic, “The Taboo of Religion and Politics,” 2020
Avoiding discussions on religion and politics leaves people ill‑prepared for civil discourse.
In simple terms: Skipping tough topics harms dialogue.
Key Takeaway
Encourage open, respectful conversation.
Themes
civility
education
family dynamics
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- dinner table
- school curricula
- community meetings
- online forums
Key Concepts
public sphere
social norms
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model respectful debate?
- What safe spaces can you create?
A Different Perspective
People may resist confronting deep beliefs.
